Patio - Heavy Duty

The Imperial Adjustable Valance, unique to the Imperial system, is available on awnings up to 20' wide and 10' projection in white or black. When retracted, the Adjustable Valance is contained in a cassette tucked neatly behind the standard valance. When desired, this unique feature allows you to extend the valance with a crank to whatever length is required (up to 5 feet) to reduce the glare of water or of direct afternoon sun. The adjustable valance can be made with the same fabric as on top of the awning or Ferrari Soltis (86% or 92%). These specially designed fabrics allow visibility while permitting filtered light to enter without the harsh glare. The versatile system is ideal for water front or west exposure installations. 

Further innovation has allowed us to create the Imperial Cross / Over awning, specifically designed for areas with limited width, which require maximum projection. This system has an upper & lower front connector, and upper and lower housing specifically designed for this awning, not adapted from other available systems. Design includes additional brackets to stabilize the awning, and a longer valance to cover the lower arm. 

These retractable patio awnings have a center beam stabilizer bar that runs length wise giving a “Hip Roof” shape when extended. This carefully researched Empire trademarked design makes this Marcesa™ model more spacious, stronger, and more stable in the wind. The fabric is kept tighter, and there is less sagging, while also offering a more effective shield from direct low angle sunlight. The increased slope to the front half of the awning ensures more headroom at the back half, while enhancing the beauty of the outdoor living room. Available on all models except Imperial Cross / Over.